African Agriculture and Food Systems
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – In a heartfelt message to the people of Tanzania, Geoffrey Kirenga, CEO of the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), has emphasized the critical role of women in agriculture and called for greater gender equality within the sector. Speaking on the occasion of International Women’s Day, Kirenga took the […]
Dar es Salaam, March 5, 2025 – The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT), evolving into the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT), has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB). This landmark agreement aims to unlock Tanzania’s vast agricultural potential by enhancing agribusiness financing, identifying […]
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[Kigali, Rwanda – February 17th 2025] – The Ministry of Information Communication Technology and Innovation and AGRA has announced a strategic partnership to develop a Rwanda Food Innovation Hub, aimed at catalyzing sustainable food systems across Africa. The Food Innovation Hub aims to empower smallholder farmers, develop inclusive markets and finance, and strengthen agricultural systems. […]
Tanzania’s Path to Agricultural Transformation: Leveraging Technology and Strategic Planning in Irrigation On February 11th, 2025, a dynamic Agribusiness East Africa Room meeting was held on Clubhouse and YouTube, bringing together leading experts, stakeholders, and agricultural enthusiasts to explore the transformative potential of modern irrigation in Tanzanian agriculture. Moderated by Juma Bruno Ngomuo, an expert […]
February 4, 2025 On February 4, 2025, a landmark event in Tanzania’s agricultural development unfolded as the Royal Norwegian Embassy (RNE), in conjunction with the Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) and the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration underscores a robust commitment from Norway to […]
By Pascal Lamy, Agnes Kalibata, and Ibrahim Assane Mayaki Given that Africa accounts for a disproportionately large share of people facing extreme poverty, hunger, lack of access to education, climate risks, and other problems, it is where development financing can have the greatest impact. And nowhere is the return larger than in the agri-food sector. PARIS – In […]
By Juma Msafiri The average age of farmers in Africa is a topic of increasing concern. Some sources report the average age to be as high as 60, but this is often based on outdated data that only considers the age of household heads1. As the continent’s population grows and the demand for food rises, […]
Mango farming in Kenya is a thriving agricultural venture with the potential to significantly contribute to the country’s economy and improve the livelihoods of countless farmers. Kenya is among the top mango producers in Africa, blessed with a favorable tropical climate and fertile soils that support the cultivation of diverse mango varieties. This comprehensive guide […]
Kilimokwanza.org Correpondent Tanzania, renowned for its rich culture and stunning landscapes, is also home to a thriving mango industry. While mangoes have long been cultivated in the country, a renewed emphasis on the subsector is set to drive remarkable progress, positioning Tanzania to become a global leader in mango production. This report provides a comprehensive […]